Congratulations on becoming a member of ICPA Qld - a highly respected and active apolitical lobby group!
Please use this page to discover all about ICPA Qld and how you, as members, can assist. If you have any questions that remain unanswered, just contact us!
Joining or Renewing your Membership Online - 2023
ICPA Qld Incorporation Usage for Branches
So, I'm a branch executive member.... what do I do?
Congratulations on taking on a role at Branch level! ICPA Qld could not function at the high level it does without people such as yourselves! Please take the time to read through the below document which relates to your role, and if you have any further questions, don't hesitate to get in touch with your Branch Mentor! If you're wondering what a Branch Mentor does - click here! Your mentor can be found on your Branch page!
Branch President
Branch Secretary
Branch Treasurer - Important Information for Treasurers
Branch Executive Contact Details & Affiliation Fees 2024
State Councillor Nomination Form
Please have a look at these basic forms and change them to suit your branch needs.
ICPA Qld Risk Management:
If your branch is planning on hosting any sort of event/activity, you MUST complete a Risk Management Form and return it to the Qld Treasurer as soon as possible before your event. The documents below will assist you in planning your event and ensuring it is as safe as possible for all involved.
- Insurance Risk Management Information
- Risk Management Form - This form must be completed for EVERY event your branch undertakes - please fill in and return via email if possible.
- Incident Form
State Council Lobby Process
We would like to take this opportunity to explain to new members or delegates how State Council works. ICPA Qld Inc has a number of Portfolios including Financial Assistance, Boarding Schools, Hostels, Travel, Distance Education, Small Schools, Specific Needs, Tertiary, Trade & Training, Teacher Education, Communications, Curriculum and Early Childhood. Each of these Portfolios has a policy which is formulated by the motions which are carried at conference.
At the State Council post-conference meeting and November delegations, State Councillors update their respective Portfolio Policies to reflect the motions that have been carried at conference. Council is then guided by this Policy when lobbying the government on behalf of our members. ICPA State Council cannot act outside policy as this is against our constitution and would not be representing the majority of our members.
When considering motions for State Conference it is a good idea to read through the most recent Policy document which your branch’s motion pertains to. It is also helpful to read the latest Portfolio Report. These documents will give your branch information on where ICPA Qld Inc currently stands on a particular issue, which will then give you some direction for your motion. If you have members with particular situations relevant to your motion, please use this template to assist State Council in their lobby on your behalf. Member Case Studies are integral to the lobby!
Qld State Conference -- What happens?
Branch Hints for Motions
Considering a Motion at State Conference? - what steps does our branch take? Did you know that your motion will shape the relevant portfolio policy if it is accepted at conference? What is a supplementary motion?
If your branch is considering motions for State Conference then the How to Write Motions for State Conference powerpoint may be helpful to show your branch as you discuss motions. It gives members who may be new to ICPA an idea of how we work and how a branch motion should be made.
Please click here for assistance in writing motions for State Conference. A Branch Motion template is also available to assist you (and us!) in formatting your motions!
Qld Conference Procedure
Now you are at conference and you have your motion. What then? How do you move, second and give an explanation of your motion? What if I need a word change or an amendment? What is a floor motion? This Guide to Conference Procedure will assist you with your queries.
Councillor & Member Progress Flowchart
What happens to our branch motion after conference? This flow chart explains the progress for Council from State Conference through to delegations, mid-year meeting and finally to the next State Conference where previous motions are reported on. Print one out to take to branch meetings for new members to see how their concerns are actioned.
Queensland State Council Rules of Debate
ICPA Qld is guided by the Renton Rules of Debate during all meetings of our Association. If you wish to find out more please read our Rules of Debate fact sheet.
You can access previous State Conference Motions & Minutes within the Resources section.
